Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Numurkah Leader in Numurkah, Victoria

We have pages in Victoria

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 18 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Numurkah Leader

Location

Numurkah, Victoria, Australia

Date

Jan 04, 1944

Page

2

Auction and Clearing Sales District Advertisements

Local notices list multiple business ads and public service items. L A Martin promotes auctions and consignments with linked agencies. A fire brigade thanks note and tender requests for school transport conveyance services appear alongside junior clerk vacancies for railways.

L. A. Martin Shepparton State Assurance Company National Trustees Executors & Agency Co Newmarket

Local Advertisements Insertion and Service Notices

Casual advertisements offer rates and minimum charges for insertion. The page lists various services from Louis Hamon FPS to F B Amor and R Pocknee offering electrical repairs dry cleaning harness and sporting goods. Also mentions a friendly chemist and miscellaneous supplies at Treacy’s Numurkah with limited intact lines available.

Louis Hamon F. B.amor Melville Street R. Pocknes R. Pocknee Commercial Bank Numurkah J. N. Gri PURA F.ps Treacy's Numurkab

Public Notice on Unauthorized Debts

Public notice states that the signer will not be responsible for any debts contracted in their name without written authorization. The notice invokes general liability disclaimer and asserts non responsibility for obligations arising without consent.

Dette

Tenders invited by Shire of Numurkah for road works

The Shire Hall Numurkah invites tenders addressed to the President for Contract No. 124M/242 forming grading and gravelling around creek west Carland's on the Numurkah Nathalia road and 422M/247 farming grading trimming loaming gravelling on first mile west of Picola Echuca Picola road. Plans may be seen at the Herald Nathalia from 2 pm Jan 5 to 1 pm Jan 7 and at Shire Hall Numurkah on Saturday 9 am to 12 noon. A cash deposit or bank cheque of 5 percent accompanies each tender. The lowest tender may not be accepted.

Shire Hall Numurkah Creek Carland’s Nathalia First Mile Picola Echuca Herald” Office

In loving memory of Dickie Dedication Inserted by Family

God made retandeth the way ena inserted by his loving wife and Mavia and Joyce. Dickie in loving memory of our father father-in-law and grandfather who passed away January 2 1943 At rest Inserted by Marjorie Douglas and Garry.

Ena Mavia Joyce Dickie Marjorie Douglas Garry

Numurkah Leader January 4 1944 issue notice

The Numurkah Leader published each Tuesday morning. This entry notes the January 4 1944 Tuesday edition and records its masthead and publication cadence for the local paper.

Boy Scouts Elect Officers At Annual Meeting

Local notes report reelection of Boy Scouts officers led by president W D Macdermil and secretary W McDonald. Scoutmaster Alc recalls parent turnout and welcomes Mrs Boyd who served Yallourn. VDC resignations urged for absences. Norma Lee Fund contributions listed. flour mill fire dispute discussed. Rail fares for cannery workers to Riverina announced. Spare wheel theft at Telegraph Hotel prompts travel concerns. Cobram and Numurka stock sales and farm implements auction listed.

Boy Scouts W. D. Macdermil G. C. Wilson W. McDonald Alc W. Boyd Janaster Yallourn Boyd V.D.C VDC Col. Nicholsen Norma Lee Mise M.C. Trengrove A. Trengrove EM. Moss Victoria Riverina Telegraph Hotel W. A. Charlesworth Charlesworh Bendigo Numurkah Cobram J. W. Thompson Wsaxton Jim Greig Bob Bryce Alf Jacobs Swallow & Son Gre Bible ‘Christian Church Methodist Church Bible Christian Church Farmery Arms Hotel Swallow's Quins Street Kettle Mra Lightfoot R. G. Selfeck Mesars Grant & Stewart Numarkah J. McNamara & Co B.L. Rama P. McCormack Elsmeed Dennys Lascelles Ltd Willl

Extra Coupons for Heavy Wear Supplementary Issue

Extra coupons for heavy wear supplementary coupons for working clothes are now available at the office of the Deputy Director of Rationing. Eligible applicants may apply through their Union Secretary or employer on Form 1.C.3. Forms may be obtained at the Deputy Director of Rationing and returned when completed. Applications must be signed by the Union Secretary or employer certifying the occupation. Delegation of signing authority to members requires forwarding names and specimen signatures to the Deputy Director of Rationing.

Personal Pum and Kilpatricks long service marked by changes

The notice covers the disappearance of Pilot-Officer Donald Campbell Dripps of Nathalis after a Berlin raid in 1943, and a lengthy tribute to Dick Kilpatrick ending his 60 year association with Kilpatrick McLellan Co. and his public service in Numurkah Shepparton region, detailing his business ventures, civic roles, and community activities.

Joh C. Drips Nathalis Donald Campbell Dripps Dripps Berlin Air Force Australia

Leader Alfred McBride Receives MBE for service in Royal Air Force

Alexie McBride eldest son of Mr and Mrs James McBride and a Numurkah school alumnus earned the MBE for wireless telegraphy service. Enlisted March 1936 in the permanent Air Force, he advanced to command the largest wireless telegraphy station in the Commonwealth through effort, skill, and leadership.

Alexander ‘Alfred McBride Wumerkah Alexie Mra James McBride Numurkah Permanent Air Force Sqd A. C. A. McBrideen Permanent Air Force RAAF Turne Commonwealth

Extra Coupons For Workers In Heavy Wear Areas

Extra coupons will be issued to industrial groups with heavy clothing wear. Over 100000 workers are expected to benefit. Applications may be filed via Trades Union secretaries or the applicant's employer. Acting Deputy War Loans Director Mr E Leeson thanks war savings secretaries and committees for a sharp rise in war savings certificates during 1943, praising their pivotal role.

War Savings Secretaries War Loans E. Leeson War Savings Council Gans Leeson J.cesen Sommoneesith

Numurkah group aids old friends and local notices

The local secretary’s office has become a meeting place for Numurkah residents as Mr Segrave shares addresses of former Numurkahites to reconnect. The Association conveys best wishes for a prosperous year to Numurkah people. In memory, Mrs Taylor of Wakiti Creek died December 13 leaving six daughters and four sons. Picola North resident Henry Thomas Murphy, 75, died December 23 after a gig accident, leaving a widow and three daughters and one son. After a long illness, Mr John Bourke of Barwo passed away.

Se—grave Numur Taylor H. S. Taylor Wakiti Creek Henry Thomas Murphy Picola North John Bourke Barwo

Local Recital and Annual Notices Highlight District Centre Happenings

Miss May Reynoldson invited parents to a pupil recital at the local hall with games and refreshments. Sister Broom of the Numurksh Infant Welfare Centre attended, receiving thanks for visits and welfare support. Methodist anniversary readings, prize mentions, and boxing day tournament results featuring Miss Kline, Patterson, and O'Brien were reported, with congratulations from Mr Wyles for the pupils’ efforts.

May Reynoldson Numurksh Mes Reynoldsins Broom Hew Ron Else Mura James Kossy Tuk Seale Mise Kline Masts Patterson

Fragmented OCR notes a school program with songs and recitations

An unreadable OCR fragment lists a school program including songs, recitations, and plays. Names like Walsh and Carey appear amid titles such as Nursery Rhyme and The Old Warman of the Hows, with entries for grade levels and junior and senior participants.

Joan Planefores Silo Liey Carey Deuitatien Malia Bulls Buyele Mantle Moncrieff Waltyite Max Fila Maree Square Bol Bubeck Greet Wood Junin Girls Pluintorty Revitagmu Bill Walsh Mijas Piper

Local events feature Boxing Day tournaments and CWA meeting

At Kyabram and Wuiglinu areas on Boxing Day celebrations included Bowling Club tournament wins by N Zanelli and G Tweddle with a large concert at the hall raising £40. The Testis Club doubles were won by J Zanelli and M Brown. A Wuiglinu CWA branch meeting on December 15 saw social afternoon activities, competitions, and Christmas gift prize results, with fashion gifts and mystery parcels drawing excitement.

Kyabram Sule Milles Mille Anic Evert N. Zanelli G. Tweddle Numurkab Testis Club J Zanelli Mias Brown Wellington Wuiglinu C.W.A Sheepskin West Appeal St John's Hall Heidelberg Norma Les Fund Mr. Wellington Aiis McCrabb Mra Gil Aemple

Pree torian Church Members Return From Honeymoon Welcome Hendys

Yarroweyah residents hosted Mr Bob Hendy and Mrs Gwen Hendy after their wedding trip. Attendees shared light refreshment and congratulated the couple at the church gathering.

Preetorian Church Bob Hendy Mra Hendy Gwen

Fragmentary report on building damage and healing

Readable fragments describe an event at a location with mentions of a street and a hospital. Names are unclear but references include a Mrs. Che-Fours and a Mr. Bers. The text notes damage to a building and subsequent medical attention, with timelines appearing as dates in late 12 and shortly after.

Wesian Osome Teeter Ole

Adyte and Bridi Eacetle in Advertionnes Ti Sake

Fragmentary notice reads like a vintage ad era item mentioning Adyte Bridi Eacetle from Advertionnes Ti Sake. It references wheat stude and a New Year context with hints of a magazine and women’s section. Debates or names are obscured by OCR errors.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Young Husband Limited Shepparton Numurkah Heed Olies King Direct Mathearne Jack Campbell Phone Mewerkeh L. T. Cussen Phase A. T. Gilmour G. H. Morieson LDS Carlisle W. Carlisle South Numurkah Bus Chien Kutamatitevo Murah W. A Phone Numurkah Sithene Melbourne University Secretary For Railways Spencer Street Melbourne Younghusband Limited Nurmurkah and Mney J. Ue Amara & Co Kilpatrick, McLellan & Co G. Fowler Louis Hamen Chemier Numurkuh Bollard Shire OF Stringer WM. Dempster Hannaford P.O Morrison and Teare Barristern and Solicitors Cellinsstrest Malbourne Nathalia and Newnes Adidevita Severes Mere Thenk Dene Gous Wy Fe Twaye R Kilpatrick Kilpatrick Hhurdhes Muntz Bros. & Heighway Wanghau Namur— Kah F. Hi Tothill George McLllan Kilpatrick, McLellan Sheppard _ton Numarkeh St. George’s Church of England Mooroopna Hospital Numurkah Agricultural Society Progress Association Wasia Mooroopna W. Bi Bates Waain Strathmerton Waaia Wunghnu Yarroweyah Bridi Eacetle Advertionnes Ons Tourea— Inehns Mieleta de Paux James Williams Re National Security Valustos Amony Tauren Parthcelan and Ieogile James Williams Melville-street Norwich Union Insurance Society Ltd Eaghemi Queen Street Beck Eset Aceat Mmertoh Dagnet of Rial de Gillespie
Search Courier

Search the Numurkah Leader Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Numurkah Leader?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication